Security Escort (DV Clearance)

Company Description

We’re hiring a skilled Security Escort (DV Clearance). Take your career to the next level with one of our most prestigious global clients.

📍 Location: Didcot, OX11
💰 Pay: £20.66 per hour
📅 Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday - Friday - 8 hour shifts)

Grade: Site Based

See a Different World. Where potential is seen and progress is nurtured - Start a career where your role really matters.

Becoming a Security Escort offers you the opportunity to gain DV clearance, alongside comprehensive training, excellent benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development.

As a Security Escort, you’ll help ensure people are safely and effectively escorted throughout secure sites, while providing a professional, discreet and security-focused experience.

📋 Before applying, please check you meet the essential eligibility requirements:

• British National
• Lived in the UK for 10+ years
• Fully committed and able to undergo the DV clearance process (with our full support)

These requirements are determined by the client site and the eligibility criteria associated with DV clearance.

DV clearance can be a lengthy process, so you’ll need to be fully committed to completing it. We’ll support you throughout your clearance journey, and once successfully cleared, you’ll join Securitas as a Security Escort.

Please only apply if you meet the above criteria and are comfortable with the requirements of the role.

For more information and guidance about Government vetting before you make your decision to apply and commit yourself to this process, please click here: Guidance pack for Applicants - Government Vetting

Job Description

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Meet, greet and assist visitors/staff and contractors in a professional and friendly manner, ensuring all accurate and relevant information is communicated.
• Completion of day-to-day tasks and being reactive to unpredictable changes which may occur throughout the day.
• Work with the security team and other employees on site to ensure escorting tasks run smoothly on site.
• To ensure all security protocols on site are adhered to when carrying out escorting duties.
• To raise all concerns to the Escorting manager which may occur when on site, maintaining an alert and vigilant approach to ascertain any potential threats or changes within the workplace.
• Undertake any other duties as requested by Management.

Please Note: This list is not extensive but gives a good overview of the duties of the role!

Qualifications

Essential criteria:

• Must hold British Nationality (born in the UK or hold a British passport) and have lived in the UK for the last 10 years (due to the nature of clearance required for this site).
• Must have right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history.
• Full UK Clean Driving Licence with access to own vehicle.
• Demonstrate full dedication and commitment to engaging in and completing the thorough DV clearance process.
• SIA license or must be willing to undergo training to achieve this.
• At least 3 years’ experience within the Security industry or similar.
• Strong IT knowledge, with proficiency in using software, databases, and communication systems.
• Proficient in report writing to document incidents clearly and accurately.
• A proactive team player but can work on own initiative.
• Excellent time management skills.
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to identify and respond to potential risks.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to coordinate multiple teams and individuals.
• A proactive and confident approach to problem-solving and incident management.
• Proficient in both speaking and written English, and the ability to convey information to a third party in a concise manner.
• Customer focused with proven customer service experience.

Additional Information

See a different world with Securitas UK

Ready to make a difference? You're one step closer to joining over 322,000 colleagues worldwide who help make your world a safer place every day.

At Securitas, our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness guide everything we do. We believe in making a clear promise to our people:

• Opportunity – Seeing potential in every person
• People – Putting people at the heart of what we do
• Purpose – Making your world a safer place

So what happens next?

Our Talent Team reviews every application carefully and is here to support you throughout the process. Whatever the outcome, you'll always hear back from us.

Creating spaces for you to belong

We're proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Through our networks, partnerships and celebrations throughout the year, we're building a culture where differences are valued and people can be themselves.

Ready to see a rewarding world?

From day one, you'll have access to a range of benefits, including:

• Employee discounts with leading global and local brands.
• Health and wellbeing support, 24/7 online GP services.
• Pension and financial wellbeing resources and support.
• Life assurance for added peace of mind.
• Employee eligibility to EV Schemes (Subject to graded benefits).

Keen to take the next step...

Join a team that values your contribution, supports your growth and helps you build a rewarding career.

Click "I'm Interested" and start seeing a different world with Securitas UK.